January weather forecast
Cataract, WI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Cataract, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 8.1°F (-13.3°C) and max 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Cataract experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Cataract.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cataract are January through May, October through December. In Cataract, in January, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.6 snowfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Cataract, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cataract, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Cataract?

In January, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout January, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Cataract is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Cataract have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Cataract, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cataract, WI

Average temperature in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Cataract, WI

Average pressure in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cataract, WI

Average wind speed in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Cataract, WI

Average humidity in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Cataract, WI

Average rainfall in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Cataract, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cataract, WI

Average snowfall in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cataract, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cataract, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cataract, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Cataract, WI

Average UV index in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cataract, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Cataract, WI

Average visibility in January - Cataract, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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